Chengdu's downtown shopping area has taken on the look of
most modern cities, with upscale clothing shops and department stores.
If you delve
into the narrow alleys between the main streets, you'll find small,
privately-owned shops selling branded products at affordable prices.
Qingshiqiao
in particular is one of the most interesting places to wander and shop. The
vicinity sells seafood, animals, birds and dried foods.